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Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 04-15-2024, 05:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 563
Posted By Julia2005
Pressure

The built in is a great backup to one of the screw on pressure regulators at the site water supply. One is good, two is insurance. :thumb:
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 04-15-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 260
Posted By Julia2005
Thanks for the info Jim. I have the original...

Thanks for the info Jim. I have the original shocks on my 2005 SeaBreeze. Thought about changing them, but I live by the If it ain't broke, don't fix it. I figured the shock manufacturer would...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-07-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 10,378
Posted By Julia2005
Montana Registration

I have been with $49 for years and have not regretted it at all. I registered my RV, Jeep and Chevy van with them. It was simple and I saved a great deal of money on registrations.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-19-2024, 09:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 596
Posted By Julia2005
SeaBreeze LX

We are the proud owners of a 2005 SeaBreeze LX on the W22 chassis. I do not think the 2008 had the caliper issue. It was only for a few years and not all chassis had a problem. Mine did and had...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-12-2024, 05:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 748
Posted By Julia2005
Inverter/Charger

So back on topic, if you have the Xantrex inverter/charger that National was using, you should have an inverter switch somewhere in your coach. My 2005 SeaBreeze LX has it located with all the...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 01-25-2024, 05:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,434
Posted By Julia2005
Thumbs up Out of state reg

So there has been a lot of information put out there on how and where to register your RV. Can you register it outside of CA? By all means you can. Can you get caught and be required to pay fines,...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-23-2024, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By Julia2005
Water heater

I have a 2005 Seabreeze Lx and the water heater is located on the drivers side between the wet bay and the generator door. It is a small fiberglass door that lifts up to gain access to the water...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 12-12-2023, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 605
Posted By Julia2005
Heater Vents

one of the reasons we bought our 2005 SeaBreeze LX was because it did not have floor vents. Only wall vents. Do you have any idea what falls into floor vents. :cool:
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-10-2023, 05:30 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,560
Posted By Julia2005
Insurance

It might be worth a deep dive into your policy to see if they have a leg to stand on in their reason for denial. This will also help you understand what is and is not covered. Knowledge is power....
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 12-03-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,198
Posted By Julia2005
Workhorse 8.1

Welcome. I too have a W22 with the 8.1 and you have a great foundation with this combination. May Suggest you become friends of Ultra RV. https://www.ultrarvproducts.com

May I suggest the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-28-2023, 03:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 571
Posted By Julia2005
Going to be tough

You might want to try and repair the cable you have. Running a new cable will be very difficult at best. I am willing to bet that there is not a straight shot between the inverter and where the...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 11-19-2023, 06:55 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,109
Posted By Julia2005
I would caution you on all the extension cords...

I would caution you on all the extension cords and adaptors you will need to power your rig. Your rig will not know the difference between 1 50amp connection and 20amp 120v plug. More things will...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-14-2023, 03:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 827
Posted By Julia2005
There are a lot of step to flat tow a Yukon...

There are a lot of step to flat tow a Yukon Denali. The most important is that you have the 4WD/AWD version. You cannot flat tow the 2WD version. Next you might want to revisit the steps the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-14-2023, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By Julia2005
Thumbs up Freshwater

If it is anything like my 2005 SeaBreeze LX there are three lines to and from the tank. There is a fill line that comes from the water control panel where you connect the city water hose. There is...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-11-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Julia2005
winter months

Batteries have a shelf life as I am sure you have read here and elsewhere. I have kept batteries on battery tenders just to find they will not perform the job they were intended to do. With that...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 10-08-2023, 02:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,879
Posted By Julia2005
Need to figure it out

Windshields do not break for no reason. It might not be obvious, but you need to find out why so the new windshield does not have the same results. It is possible that something hit it as I had...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-29-2023, 02:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Julia2005
DWOLFF77 if you have a Xantrex Freedom 458...

DWOLFF77 if you have a Xantrex Freedom 458 inverter/charger, here is a link to the owners manual for the control panel I installed to replace the standard on/off switch. Link to the panel: ...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-28-2023, 06:01 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,612
Posted By Julia2005
Been very happy with Crown 6CRV215 AGM batteries....

Been very happy with Crown 6CRV215 AGM batteries. They fit well in my battery box and have held up for 3 years so far. Great service from High Tech. https://www.techbatterysolutions.com
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-26-2023, 11:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Julia2005
Freedom Control

Steve, this is what I replaced the basic on/off switch with. The Freedom Basic Controller. Might be tough finding one now as this is considered old technology now. If you can find one, it will...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-21-2023, 10:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Julia2005
Inverter Switch

Welcome to motorhome ownership. Go slow and think about what you are doing and you will have a great adventure. Not all National RV's are the same. On my Seabreeze the battery disconnect is in the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-20-2023, 10:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Julia2005
That is how it should work. The main battery...

That is how it should work. The main battery disconnect is just that. Turn it off and the motorhome is basically dead. No 12v DC and no 120v AC. Turn the main battery disconnect on and you will...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-19-2023, 03:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Julia2005
Simple Operation

I have the same unit in my Seabreeze LX. The on/off switch does just that. When you are running on 12v DC and you turn it on, you will get 120v AC to a few items in your motorhome like the TV's and...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-12-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By Julia2005
Clear something up

what do you mean keeps on running?

I have a Dometic that operates on 120v AC or 12v DC and propane. The Auto switch just allows the fridge to switch to 12v Propane when there is no 120v AC like...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 08-15-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 269
Posted By Julia2005
Smile I have a 2005 Seabreeze LX W22 and have never had...

I have a 2005 Seabreeze LX W22 and have never had an issue with the pedal other than going to fast. If you need to replace it you can find it here:
...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 08-06-2023, 01:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,191
Posted By Julia2005
Can't change the tire anyway

I don't know about you, but I am not going to try and change a 22.5 inch tire on the side of the road. Plus I am not sure I could break the lug nuts free. Invest in a good roadside assistance plan...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-14-2023, 03:29 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,399
Posted By Julia2005
Let me start with my motorhome and Jeep are...

Let me start with my motorhome and Jeep are registered in Montana and I use $49 All Day. Their service is great and I have saved money using them. We also use Good Sam Mail Service and love the...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 03-07-2023, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 766
Posted By Julia2005
So for the fuse to blow you need to be pulling...

So for the fuse to blow you need to be pulling way more juice than the fuse is rated for. A short is a form of pulling to much juice. It can't be the ECM or TCM because if they were shirting out...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 02-07-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,550
Posted By Julia2005
Newbie23 where are you located? Are you working...

Newbie23 where are you located? Are you working on the 8.1L? Not sure what you paid for the RV, but what you have is probably very sound and might be worth an engine rebuild. If the cylinder walls...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 02-05-2023, 06:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,024
Posted By Julia2005
I looked into Winegard products to try to improve...

I looked into Winegard products to try to improve cell and park wifi service. After 18 months on the road I think wanted is better than having. What I found was even if you had a better connection...
Forum: RV Systems & Appliances 02-05-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,160
Posted By Julia2005
lots of noise

Not having a heat pump/AC unit I have no experience with operating one. I can say that we have parked next to a lot of high end RVs with them and it has been a challenge getting a good nights sleep...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-14-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 914
Posted By Julia2005
Worth more...

I would think it should be worth that or more. National RV built some really nice rigs. The workhorse chassis is awesome and from what I read much better than the Ford chassis.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 01-14-2023, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,789
Posted By Julia2005
On my 2005 SeaBreeze LX on the workhorse chassis...

On my 2005 SeaBreeze LX on the workhorse chassis the transfer switch is located on the drivers side in the compartment in front of the rear wheels. If it is just an issue with you not getting power...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 11-21-2022, 06:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,429
Posted By Julia2005
A quick comment, the Ready Brake is a great...

A quick comment, the Ready Brake is a great system and the company is even better. They really stand behind their product. Like most said, it is really not meant to back up. In 18 months we have...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-16-2022, 10:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,483
Posted By Julia2005
Thanks for the info. Not sure the Bilstein...

Thanks for the info. Not sure the Bilstein shocks would qualify as low end, but maybe it is time to change them.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 11-16-2022, 07:26 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,483
Posted By Julia2005
Why replace?

I am curious as to what are the signs that the shocks need to be replaced apart from the obvious leaking? I have a 2005 W22 with 38000 miles. The ride is not the best but not sure a shock...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 11-06-2022, 07:55 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 19,093
Posted By Julia2005
Great story. It reminds me of a similar situation...

Great story. It reminds me of a similar situation I witnessed a few weeks ago. An older gentleman pulls up hi small 5th wheel rig to the very new and nice large dump station. In this case there were...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-12-2022, 01:00 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 8,703
Posted By Julia2005
Have you replaced the fuel filter from original? ...

Have you replaced the fuel filter from original? That was one of the things the guys at UltraRV had me replace when I did the ECM upgrade. There is a new and improved version of the fuel filter.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 10-11-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 455
Posted By Julia2005
I would think 48psi at idle is pretty good. What...

I would think 48psi at idle is pretty good. What I and many other have experienced is the MAP/MAF is what causes most of the performance issues with the 8.1L. I can say that there was a big...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-11-2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 662
Posted By Julia2005
Jack Maintenance

Sorry to hear you jacks are leaking. I gave a 2005 SeaBreeze LX and have had zero issues with my PowerGear system. One of the maintenance things I do to the jacks is I grease them each time I...
Forum: Technology: Internet, TV, Satellite, Cell Phones, etc. 10-04-2022, 05:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 294
Posted By Julia2005
Sure, it could be the cable, but I would check...

Sure, it could be the cable, but I would check the TV settings to see if it is set to receive audio via the HDMI.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 10-04-2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 760
Posted By Julia2005
If your TV is in the corner cabinet like mine is,...

If your TV is in the corner cabinet like mine is, there is a metal bar screwed to the bottom of the tv and then there is another metal plate that is screwed to the cabinet that hold the plate on the...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 10-02-2022, 03:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,446
Posted By Julia2005
Only on when needed

Trying to be as conservative as possible we only turn on the water heater when we need hot water. Only take about 15 minutes to heat up enough for a shower or washing dishes. No sense leaving it on...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 09-25-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 8,703
Posted By Julia2005
A Scan Tool is good to have

I have a OBD to USB cable that works with OBDWizard on my laptop. It gives me lots of info, most of which means nothing to me. That said it is great to have if your check engine light comes on. Then...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-12-2022, 07:50 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,988
Posted By Julia2005
NSA Ready Brake

I now have no question at all about purchasing the Ready Brake Tow Bar. Today I made a stop at NSA in Iola, KS. I thought it might be a good idea to have them look over the tow bar after I put...
Forum: Newmar Owner's Forum 09-11-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,988
Posted By Julia2005
Ready Brake

I am with Doug427. I have towed my 2020 Rubicon over 13,000 miles without issue. I will be at NSA tomorrow for them to give it the once over to see if it needs any attention. Great customer service....
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 09-09-2022, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Julia2005
The slides require strong fully charged batteries...

The slides require strong fully charged batteries to operate properly. That is what I would check first.
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 08-21-2022, 08:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,431
Posted By Julia2005
Manufacturer Recommended

I tend to lean towards what the manufacturer recommends. The WH W22 service manual calls for a PF454. They are readily available so I use it. I know there are a lot of other options out there, but...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 08-09-2022, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,476
Posted By Julia2005
I second Mike’s comment. I have a 2005 Seabreeze...

I second Mike’s comment. I have a 2005 Seabreeze on W22 chassis and the 8.1. I have no idea what my gas mileage is because I did not buy my motorhome for gas mileage. I do know that the performance...
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 06-28-2022, 10:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By Julia2005
Have you upgraded the thermostats to the newer...

Have you upgraded the thermostats to the newer version? I upgraded mine and the ac units work much better now. They come with a new control box.
Forum: National RV Owner's Forum 06-14-2022, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 465
Posted By Julia2005
Jerry, can you let us know where you found the...

Jerry, can you let us know where you found the sensors? How did you get access them?
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